COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE
For the reasons set out in the background section, the CASA delegate whose signature appears below issues the following Airworthiness Directive (AD) under subregulation 39.1 (1) of CAR 1998. The AD requires that the action set out in the requirement section (being action that the delegate considers necessary to correct the unsafe condition) be taken in relation to the aircraft or aeronautical product mentioned in the applicability section: (a) in the circumstances mentioned in the requirement section; and (b) in accordance with the instructions set out in the requirement section; and (c) at the time mentioned in the compliance section.
Boeing 747 Series Aeroplanes
AD/B747/267 Shoulder Restraint of Attendant or
Observer’s Seat
3/2002
Applicability: Boeing 747SR, 747SP and 747-100, -200, 300 and -400 series aircraft as listed in Boeing Service Bulletin 747-25-3244 Revision 1, dated 17 May 2001.
Requirement: Action in accordance with the technical requirements of FAA AD 2001-24-02 Amdt 39-12518.
Compliance: Before 21 March 2005.
This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 21 March 2002.
Background: The FAA requires inspection and, if necessary, corrective action to prevent detachment of the shoulder restraint harness of the attendant or observer seat from its mounting bracket during service, which could result in injury to the occupant.
David Alan Villiers
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 5 February 2002
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 27 February 2002.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia, address the need to ensure the safety and regulation of civil aviation within Australia. Part 39, specifically, establishes detailed requirements for maintaining the airworthiness of aircraft and aeronautical products, ensuring they meet safety standards that protect passengers and crew. One such measure is the issuance of Airworthiness Directives (ADs) by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), which are legal instruments designed to correct unsafe conditions in specific aircraft models. For instance, Airworthiness Directive AD/B747/267 addresses a potential unsafe condition in Boeing 747 series aeroplanes concerning the detachment of shoulder restraint harnesses of the attendant or observer seats, aiming to prevent injuries during service. This directive mandates corrective actions in line with the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) AD 2001-24-02, ensuring that the specified aircraft meet the necessary safety standards before a designated compliance date.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as amended, apply to all aspects of civil aviation within the Australian Commonwealth, governing safety and operational standards. Part 39, specifically Section 105, mandates Airworthiness Directives (ADs) issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to ensure aircraft and aeronautical products meet safety standards. The Airworthiness Directive AD/B747/267 pertains to Boeing 747 series aeroplanes, including SR, 747SP, and 747-100, -200, 300, and -400 series, as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 747-25-3244 Revision 1, dated 17 May 2001. The directive mandates specific action to prevent the detachment of the shoulder restraint harness of the attendant or observer seat from its mounting bracket, following the technical requirements of FAA AD 2001-24-02 Amdt 39-12518. Compliance with this directive is required before 21 March 2005, and it became effective on 21 March 2002. This AD extends to any aircraft falling under the specified series within the Australian jurisdiction, ensuring the safety of occupants during flight operations.
Key Provisions
The main sections of this Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically part 39 - 105, are the applicability, requirement, and compliance sections. The applicability section (section 3) identifies the specific Boeing 747 series aircraft that are subject to the directive, namely the SR, 747SP and 747-100, -200, 300 and -400 series aircraft listed in Boeing Service Bulletin 747-25-3244 Revision 1, dated 17 May 2001. The requirement section (section 4) mandates that action be taken in accordance with the technical requirements of FAA AD 2001-24-02 Amdt 39-12518 to prevent the detachment of the shoulder restraint harness of the attendant or observer seat from its mounting bracket during service, which could result in injury to the occupant. The compliance section (section 5) specifies that this action must be taken before 21 March 2005.
The obligations imposed by this AD on the parties or entities it governs are primarily concerned with ensuring the safety of the aircraft and its occupants. The requirement to inspect and, if necessary, take corrective action to prevent the detachment of the shoulder restraint harness is crucial for maintaining the safety of the aircraft. The compliance section sets a deadline for completing the necessary actions, ensuring that the safety measures are implemented in a timely manner.
Breach of the obligations set out in this AD can lead to significant consequences. While the specific civil or criminal penalties are not detailed in the AD itself, non-compliance with airworthiness directives can result in severe penalties under the Civil Aviation Act 1988 and the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998. These can include fines, imprisonment, or both. The maximum penalties for contravening the regulations can be substantial, with the exact amounts depending on the nature and severity of the breach. It is essential for the governed parties to adhere strictly to the requirements to avoid these potential consequences.